Re: where to buy a cheap but quality sax

Re: where to buy a cheap but quality sax

Dear Sir:

I am Matt from China. I have a musical instrument store. I sold saxphones to America for students. Do you know Chamberlin in Idaho?Robert in California? and George jefferson? They are all my customers. I have special sax for student learners. Could you offer information about your son,like age ,time to learn etc.

Re: where to buy a cheap but quality sax

Although we specialize in vintage and professional saxophones, we've had a few of these Bon Fils model saxophones come through the Saxquest repair shop from local students in the past. For a student model saxophone, they played well and they have some nice ergonomic design concepts. At $950 for a brand new student alto, its hard to beat!

Re: where to buy a cheap but quality sax

Kelsey is right for most student saxophones on Craig's List. Yamaha 23's are one of the best when looking for a good used student model saxophone. However, always be aware of the STATE OF REPAIR!!! Condition (both cosmetic and internal) is everything when dealing with anything used.

It may look pretty, but if it needs a $500 overhaul because the pads are shot, you should be trying to buy it for $100-$200 or less........ Most saxes on Craig's List are "as is" meaning they need work. $500 is the top I wouuld pay for any "as is" sax on Craig's List.

However, if its freshly overhauled and you get a copy of the receipt and the warranty is transferable, I'd be comfortable paying up to $750 retail for a good clean, undamaged Yamaha 23. If you're looking at spending any more than $750, you should just make the jump and buy a new sax like the Bon Fils or if your local retailed has a similar student model saxophone. But do your research first and get a second opinion if possible.

Re: where to buy a cheap but quality sax

Mark, as usual you are right. It would be hard for someone to judge what kind of shape a used sax would be in if they didn't already play sax. Maybe if the seller could play on it (demonstrate) or get some sort of guarantee. YAS are fairly bullet proof but if not careful repairs could run the price up...~)

Re: where to buy a cheap but quality sax

Hello Lisa, You are right to find a good deal on a saxaphone, and that is also quality for your son. Saxaphones prices can run real high. And of course, you want a quality one.I am beginning to stock up on inventory on saxaphones on my Amazon Webstore. So far, I have one listed and hope you will become the first buyer. I ship from Dallas, TX, so you will not have to worry about shipping costs from China or other countries.